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9-Day South Africa - East Coast Safari & Beach Adventure

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Tour Overview

A relaxing and pampering bush and beach safari through the province of KwaZulu Natal. Beginning in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve, a Big 5 Game Reserve especially famous for its rhino population, you then head deep into Zululand for 2 nights of pampering and activities around Lake Jozini at Ghost Mountain Inn, before ending on the warm, endless beaches close to the Mozambican border.

Day by day

Day 1: Durban to Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge

Upon landing at Durban Airport, you will be transferred to Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge, which will be your home as you explore the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park for the next 3 days. Hluhluwe-iMfolozi is the oldest game reserve in South Africa and is famous for its dense population of rhino. Enjoy a shared afternoon game drive to try to find these beautiful creatures.

Main Destination: Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
Drinks not included

Day 2-3: Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge

It’s an early start in the morning. Following a cup of coffee, you will head out on the morning game drive searching for animals before they hide away in the heat of the day. When you return to the lodge, you will be able to tuck into a scrumptious English breakfast before having time to relax during the day.

After lunch, you will head out on an evening game drive, in search of the more nocturnal animals. On the evening game drives, it is custom to stop somewhere for bush sundowners before returning to the lodge for dinner. Following dinner, you can grab a drink and relax around the fireplace, swapping stories with the other guests.

Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve in search of the Big 5 and many other animals on offer, including giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and more. Learn more about the amazing conservation efforts to save the rhino from extinction.

Main Destination: Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included

Day 4: Hluhluwe-iMfolozi to Ghost Mountain Inn

After a last morning game drive and breakfast, you will be collected and transferred further into the heart of Zululand, to Ghost Mountain Inn, where you will be able to learn more about the culture of the Zulus, as well as enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Jozini.

Main Destination: Mkhuze Game Reserve (iSimangaliso WP)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
Drinks not included

Day 5: Ghost Mountain Inn

At the foot of the legendary Ghost Mountain in Mkuze, Northern KwaZulu-Natal lies the enchanting Ghost Mountain Inn. This intimate and award-winning hotel is the ideal location from which to explore the game and coastal reserves of Zululand and the Elephant Coast. You have a boat cruise included and a ZAR 400 spa voucher, for some relaxation after the safari. Lake Jozini is stunningly beautiful with the Lebombo mountains in the background.

Main Destination: Mkhuze Game Reserve (iSimangaliso WP)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
Drinks not included

Day 6: Ghost Mountain to Thonga Beach Lodge

Today, you will be transferred to Thonga Beach Lodge, in isiMangaliso Wetland Park, to spend 3 days relaxing on the beach and enjoying a new array of water-based activities. The Indian Ocean is warm and inviting, and there is an array of activities available at Thonga Beach Lodge to make your stay more enjoyable.

Main Destination: Isimangaliso Wetland Park
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included

Day 7-8: Thonga Beach Lodge

This beautiful wilderness beach lodge awaits you on the shores of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Situated deep in a wilderness of white beaches, shining corals and freshwater lakes, there lies South Africa’s premier beach destination. Welcome to Thonga Beach Lodge, where nature is a sanctuary to be enjoyed. From snorkeling to kayaking, to boat cruises on the lakes, it promises to be a fun-filled destination.

Main Destination: Isimangaliso Wetland Park
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included

Day 9: Departure

After breakfast, you will be collected and transferred to the airport for your flight home. You can choose to be transferred to Richard’s Bay Airport, which is closer, or to Durban Airport, which is further away, but offers more flights.

Main Destination: Richards Bay (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included

Rates / Group Price

Important to Know
– Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
– This tour accepts children who are 6 years and older

Rates Per Person
$3,736 per person when 1 person travels alone
$2,640 per person when 2 persons travel together

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